Camarones al Mojo de Ajo Recipe
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Camarones al Mojo de Ajo Recipe
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This Mexican-style garlic shrimp is simmered with butter, olive oil, and lots of garlic and onion. I added smoked paprika to the mix for an added smoky flavor, fresh lime juice to balance the garlic with a tangy twist, and fresh parsley for brightness.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 pounds large shrimp defrosted, peeled, and deveined
- 1/2 cup Land O Lakes® Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt
- 1 small red onion sliced
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lime juiced
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley (flat-leaf or Italian)
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Instructions
- In a small bowl combine paprika and salt.
- Season the shrimp with spice mixture.
- Add the Land O Lakes® Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt to a frying pan over medium heat until it begins to melt.
- Add the onion and garlic and sauté for about 5 minutes.
- Add the shrimp and cook for 6 to 8 minutes or until they are completely cooked through.
- Add the lime juice and parsley.
- Enjoy with white rice, angel hair pasta, or tortillas.
Notes
- Shortcut: Purchase frozen, peeled, and deveined shrimp.
- How to defrost frozen shrimp: Let it thaw overnight in the fridge, or for faster thawing, take the shrimp out of its package, put it in a strainer, and rinse in cold water. The shrimp should be ready to cook in about 15 minutes.
- Do not overcook shrimp: The shrimp will cook in 6 to 8 minutes. If they curl up into tight little O's, they're overcooked.
- Parsley vs Cilantro: I made this recipe with parsley for a bright mild flavor, but feel free to substitute with cilantro for an earthy bolder flavor.
- How to store leftovers: Refrigerate cooked shrimp for up to 3 days. I do not recommend freezingthis dish because shrimp becomes rubbery when reheated.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
229kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
24g
(48%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Cholesterol
316mg
(105%)
Sodium
1567mg
(65%)
Potassium
161mg
(5%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
1101IU
(22%)
Vitamin C
12mg
(13%)
Calcium
182mg
(18%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 229 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 229kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 316mg | 105% |
| Sodium | 1567mg | 65% |
| Potassium | 161mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1101IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 182mg | 18% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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